Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Terah Leany #17160 Race: 2025 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Splits with Room for Refinement Terah showcased consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the half marathon with an elapsed time of 2:13:21 and an overall pace of 10:10 min/mile. Particularly noteworthy are splits 4 and 6, where she achieved paces of 9:27 and 9:21 min/mile, respectively. Her performance across the 13.1-mile course demonstrates a steady effort, finishing 122nd in her division (F40-44) and 916th among female participants. Analyzing the splits, there was some variability, with her quickest mile at 9:21 and slower splits approaching 11:08. Focus on consistently hitting faster paces like in splits 4 and 6 could enhance future performance. Comparison with her 2023 performance indicates a marginal time increase but provides a benchmarking opportunity. Emphasizing maintaining consistent pacing without slowing can contribute to progressing beyond previous achievements. Overall, Terah continues to demonstrate determination and strength as part of the "Strong Is Beautiful" team.